SENIOR SYSTEM ARCHITECT (M/F/D) BODY CONTROL

SENIOR SYSTEM ARCHITECT (M/F/D) BODY CONTROL

Location: Lippstadt, Germany

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier. As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performance lighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle Solutions Business Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spare parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles. With currently around 36,500 employees at over 125 locations, the Company is active worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.1 billion in fiscal year 2024.

YOUR TASKS

The Body Control Product Area is part of Hella Electronics, particularly known for its successful products: solutions for new E/Earchitectures such as 1) iPDM (intelligent Power Distribution Modules), 2) ACM (Advanced Control Modules), 3) BCM Controller (Body Control Modules), 4) MSM (Memory Seat Module), 5) CCU (Closure Control Unit) and 6) TTM (Trailer Tow Module). As part of the Body Control product family, you are a member of the customer project system team, working closely with the Lead System Engineer who leads the system team, as well as collaborating with Mechanical Design, Hardware, Software and Testing. The foundation of customer projects is based on solutions from the Body Solutions Platform, developed according to SEooC (Safety Element out of Context).

• You are part of the acquisition team for iPDM/ZC roll‑out projects and support the success of these acquisitions by bringing in your expertise and leadership skills.
• You serve as the primary contact for System Architecture in customer project and ensure optimal utilization of the Body Solutions Platform with maximum re‑use and minimum effort.
• Your system architecture not only aligns with the product family strategy but also meets quality and safety requirements in accordance with ASPICE and ISO 26262.
• In the case of deviations or change requests, you are part of the analysis team and coordinate effective countermeasures in collaboration with the team.
• You proactively bring forward ideas for continuous improvement in your area of expertise, helping us achieve greater success as a global team and organization.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed technical studies in the fields of electrical engineering, communications engineering, technical computer science or comparable.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in automotive development.
• High degree of resilience, determination, and assertiveness.
• Analytical thinking, efficiency and high flexibility.
• Willingness to travel with strong communication skills in English (mandatory) and German (preferred).

WHAT WE OFFER

• Mobile Working and flexible working time models.
• Extensive career and further training opportunities.
• Sports and health program HELLA in Motion as well as partner of the company fitness network WELLPASS.
• Discounted Germany ticket for bus and train.
• Free coffee and water, company restaurants and cafés.
• Bicycle leasing and numerous employee benefits.
• Company pension plan with HELLA allowance.
• Family support: family service and advice on caring for relatives.
• Employee events.

Hella stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.

HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA

Andreas Hahn

Rixbecker Str. 75
59552 Lippstadt